Is this a honing or sharpening steel?

A straigtening steel realigns the but to the center making it more ∆. When you use a knife it slightly makes the blade shift this realigns it. It has nothing to do with sharpening when the blade is straight it will feel sharp since you are cutting with a properly straighten blade. That's called straightening. Sharpening a blade involves taking a sliver of steel particles off to "resharpen" the edge from. U to a V A quick way is to use a Honing steel but to truly sharpen your knives properly and correctly you should use a stone to properly sharpen the blade using multiple grit levels

Honing steel or sharpening steel?

Honing steels do not cut / remove metal from blade, like Abe (Jan14 2015) says, they align the knife's cutting edge. However there are some 'sharpening steels', these are shaped like the 'honing steel', but the surface is sharp and quite rough to the touch, these actually makes cuts into the knife edge. I normally hone to align the edge first, then a sharpening steel or stone.

Where is this knife (item #32547-232) made, Germany or China?

Germany, and an excellent product. If you buy one, be sure to buy a good quality steel with it.

Could i use this to hone a "2 man" zwilling ja henckel knife i just purchased?

Yes regardless of type its a honing tool and will work with anything

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International Fine Edge Pro 9-Inch Honing Steel

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Brand
HENCKELS
Colour
Multicolor
Global Trade Identification Number
Grit Type
Fine
Item Weight
0.4 Pounds
Manufacturer
ZWILLING J.A.

🔪9-inch fine steel rod

⚖️Balanced polypropylene handle

🛠️Durable steel construction

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Description

⚡ Hone your edge, own the kitchen.

EFFORTLESS UPKEEP - Smooth polypropylene handle resists grime and cleans easily—no heavy scrubbing needed
ERGONOMIC BALANCE - Handle weight centered for perfect control, ideal for honing beginners and pros alike
FINE GRIT FINESSE - Refines blade edges by realigning metal fibers, extending knife life and cutting power
TRUSTED CRAFTSMANSHIP - Made by Zwilling J.A. Henckels, a name synonymous with kitchen excellence
STAY RAZOR SHARP DAILY - Maintains knife edges between professional sharpenings for effortless precision

The International Fine Edge Pro 9-Inch Honing Steel by J.A. Henckels is a precision tool designed to maintain the sharpness of your knives between professional sharpenings. Featuring a fine steel rod and a balanced polypropylene handle, it offers ergonomic control and durability. Perfect for daily use, it realigns blade fibers to keep your knives performing at their best with minimal maintenance.

Specifications

ASIN	B00004RFNK
Best Sellers Rank	#2,006,721 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #167,303 in Kitchen Tools
Brand	HENCKELS
Colour	Multicolor
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,601)
Enclosure Material	Steel
Global Trade Identification Number	00035886114541
Grit Type	Fine
Item Weight	0.4 Pounds
Manufacturer	ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS
Manufacturer Part Number	32547-232
Model number	32547-232
UPC	035886114541 781147315652

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